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Traveling Though Latvia
Latvia was the second stop on my Baltic journey. I took a bus that departed Tallinn at 8:30 AM, arriving in Riga just before 1:00 PM. As soon as I arrived, I could immediately feel the remnants of the Soviet era—locals speaking in Russian, the architecture, and the general lack of smiles. It was a sharp contrast to its neighbor, Estonia. I spent 3 days in Riga, the capital of Latvia, covering much of the city. Unlike many travel blogs that try to cram in endless recommendations for the sake of content, I’ll keep it short and simple—there’s just not much to see or do in Latvia, especially in the…
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Black Barbershop in Shanghai
If you’re of African heritage living in Shanghai or thinking about moving to Shanghai, it is likely you’re looking for a barbershop that can cut black hair to keep you fresh from week to week. Grooms & Co. By Cultura Barbershop is a new concept born in 2022 focusing on experience, comfort, and a range of services for both expats and locals. Grooms & Co is located in downtown Jing An district surrounded by restaurants, bars, and coffee shops. Address: Haifang Road 555-2. Jing An District Phone: 187-0174-3842 WeChat: finecuts When I first came to Shanghai, I tried going to local Chinese barbers to save money, which was a big…
